(Vatican Radio) Pope Francis has written a letter to President Vladimir Putin of Russia as he prepares to host this year's G20 summit in St. Petersburg. Below is the full text of the Pope's letter to President Putin.To His ExcellencyMr Vladimir PutinPresident of the Russian Federation"In the course.... |
Highlights: New homes in San Pedro de Macoris; A mining nation? Possible end in sight for poultry ban; Schools now being built; Lack of coordination in government; New ambassadors present credentials; Busy day in Congress; New movement within PRD; Monsignor Nunez: Nuncio was dismissed for abuse of.... |
MONTREAL—Identity-driven initiatives have long been the bread and butter of the Parti Québécois. The sovereigntist party has a mostly successful track record of venturing where angels fear to tread and surviving to reap the electoral spoils of such expeditions. |
Beirut/Washington, 3 days ago Syria hailed an "historic American retreat" on Sunday, mockingly accusing President Barack Obama of hesitation and confusion after he delayed a military strike to consult Congress. US Secretary of State John Kerry said tests showed Damascus had used using deadly sarin.... |
After announcing $31.6b in cuts last week, Hockey reveals further savings plans as the Libs finally release their costings. |
Thanks to the net, we’re more connected than ever. So why is the sense of isolation so acute among so many? By Stephanie Wood. |
RAMALLAH, Palestinian Territories: Middle East peace talks have so far proved “futile,” a senior Palestinian official said on Wednesday, calling for g |
As the Syrian civil war, budget battles, and defunding Obamacare continue to command the immediate attention of Congress, it’s easy to assume that a 2013 immigration reform bill will never make it out of the House and onto President Barack Obama’s desk before year’s end. |
There’s still time to get a vote on the issue, says one immigration policy analyst, but it will depend on pro-reform Republicans showing some guts -- and possibly on offering the 11 million undocumented immigrants estimated to be living in the U.S. two choices for legal status. |
The Vatican is ramping up its opposition to threatened military strikes against Syria as it draws attention to Pope Francis' plans to host a day of fasting and prayer for peace this weekend. |